Question

An igneous rock forms quickly. Which characteristic could the rock have?(1 point)
Responses

small sand grains
small sand grains

evidence of folding
evidence of folding

large mineral crystals
large mineral crystals

smooth, sharp texture

1 answer

The characteristic that an igneous rock that forms quickly could have is smooth, sharp texture. Quickly formed igneous rocks typically cool rapidly on or near the surface, resulting in a finer-grained texture, which can feel smooth and sharp.

In contrast, large mineral crystals would indicate slow cooling (as in intrusive igneous rocks), while evidence of folding pertains to metamorphic rocks. Small sand grains are more characteristic of sedimentary rocks.